Rousset-les-Vignes 3 bed eco house in northern Provence France
Details
This attractive 3-bedroom eco house is located on the edge of the historic village of Rousset-les-Vignes in the Drôme Provençale, surrounded by beautiful countryside and enjoying wonderful views towards Mont Ventoux.
Built in 2010 using natural materials, the 160 m² house offers spacious, light-filled accommodation arranged over several levels, together with a large terrace, first-floor balcony and approximately 1,000 m² of private garden. The property is particularly well suited to longer stays, with fibre-optic internet, efficient winter heating and plenty of space for working from home.
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Rural eco house to rent in Provence - facilities
The house has been designed to make the most of its peaceful hillside setting. Natural materials including hemp blocks, solid wood and clay-plastered walls have been used throughout, while large floor-to-ceiling windows provide plenty of natural light and passive solar heat. The house is equipped for year-round renting, with a pellet stove and underfloor heating on the ground floor and additional electric radiators in the bedrooms and bathrooms. Fibre internet is installed, making the property a good option for remote working.
Ground floor
- The main living area comprises a spacious open-plan sitting and dining room with adjoining kitchen. The house comes with a washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, large fridge-freezer, coffee machine and toaster.
- There is an office on the ground floor (which also has a single bed).
- There is a shower room with WC
First floor
- There are three bedrooms, two of which incorporate mezzanine areas.
- There is a family bathroom with bath with overhead shower and wash basin. There is a separate WC.
Second floor
The uppermost floor is currently largely unfurnished and provides useful additional space for yoga, exercise or simply relaxing.
Outside
- The house has a large terrace and a continuous first-floor balcony with superb views towards Mont Ventoux. The natural garden contains olive, quince and fig trees, and guests are welcome to pick fruit when in season, including grapes growing around the terrace.
- There is secure storage for bicycles in the garage and parking for two cars.
Long term rentals Provence France - prices
The villa is available for long term rentals during the period October through to May. In addition to the rent, there is a monthly provision of €200 towards the electricity, heating, water and Wi-Fi. Unfortunately, pets are not accepted at this property.
Long term rentals (October to May): from €900 per month + provision for bills
Provence house for long term rentals France - Our opinion
This is an ideal rural property for someone looking to spend a few peaceful months in Provence. The house is well set-up for winter rentals with good heating and excellent fibre internet. The location also provides access to some lovely Provençal towns and villages. The local area is perfect for cycling and you have views of Mont Ventoux from the property. Walking trails start virtually from the doorstep.
Please note: pets cannot be accepted at this property and Barbecues are not permitted in the local area because of the risk of fire. There is also a small independently occupied apartment within the building, with its own separate fenced outside area.
Amenities
Area activities
Rousset-les-Vignes is a small historic village on the border of Drôme and Provence. The village is surrounded by vineyards, wooded hillsides and classic Provençal countryside. Walking routes start directly from the property, including trails into the nearby sandstone hills and a walk from Rousset to the hilltop chapel with excellent views.
The village itself has a restaurant, a café/restaurant and an organic wine producer. The nearby village of Le Pègue, approximately 1.5 km away, has a small local market and café, while Venterol has a bakery and several restaurants.
Nyons is one of the principal towns in the area and is well worth visiting for its traditional Provençal atmosphere, shops, restaurants and markets. Its main market takes place throughout the year on Thursdays, with an additional Sunday market during the summer. The town of Dieulefit, known for its pottery, is another attractive destination and has a popular Friday market.
Other transport
The nearest main railway station is at Montélimar, approximately 35 km from Rousset-les-Vignes. Montélimar provides rail connections along the Rhône Valley and onward connections to cities including Lyon, Avignon and Marseille.
There are regional bus services between the Rousset-les-Vignes area and Montélimar, although services are limited and a car is recommended for a longer stay. The journey from Rousset-les-Vignes to Montélimar is approximately 35 km by road.
Airports
Marseille Airport is approximately 1 hr 40 mins by car. Marseille is the most useful major international airport for the property, with a wide range of European and international flights.
Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport is a useful alternative for international flights, particularly for guests travelling from northern Europe. From Lyon, there are good rail connections south towards Montélimar, followed by the onward journey to Rousset-les-Vignes.
Driving directions
Rousset-les-Vignes is located approximately 35 km south-east of Montélimar and 65km north of Avignon. The A7 motorway can be accessed at Montélimar or at Bollène (both 35km). The A7 provides straightforward motorway access north towards Valence and Lyon and south towards Orange, Avignon, Aix-en-Provence and Marseille.
One month deposit to be paid at the time of reservation (which will become the security deposit for your stay. For rentals of 3 months or less, the rent is to be paid in advance before arrival. For rentals in excess of 3 months, the rent can be paid monthly on the 1st day of the month. In addition to the rent, there is a monthly provision towards the utility bills of €175 per month. At the end of the lease, the utility consumption will be reconciled against the provision paid. Unfortunately, pets are not accepted at this property.
